# How to Add Labels to Issues in Linear

> To add labels in Linear, open or create an issue details view, click the Labels icon, and choose an existing label or create a new one to apply it immediately.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-labels-to-issues-in-linear/
Apps: Linear
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a2e30d673bd5aa8e601da/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Open the issue details or create an issue.
2. Click on the 'Labels' icon.
3. Select an existing label or make a new one.
4. The label will be applied immediately.